E.U. To Launch Sanctions Against Those Involved In Russia’s Decision To Recognize Separatist Regions

The European Union announced late on Monday that it would enact sanctions against those involved in Russia’s recognition of two breakaway regions of Ukraine as independent entities.

“President Michel and President von der Leyen condemn in the strongest possible terms the decision by the Russian President to proceed with the recognition of the non-government controlled areas of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts of Ukraine as independent entities,” the European Union said in a statement. “This step is a blatant violation of international law as well as of the Minsk agreements.”

“The Union will react with sanctions against those involved in this illegal act,” the statement continued. “The Union reiterates its unwavering support to Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.”

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